Summary 4 - The development of political parties Flashcards
Give two reasons why between the years 1924-1928 pro democracy parties failed to establish a stable democratic system?
. Reichstag deputies did not represent constituencys they were selected by the number of votes the party received meaning there was no relationship between the deputy and its voters
.Deputies were not allowed to display any individuality but had to behave according to the dictates of their party leading to a sterile debating chamber remote from the concerns of ordinary voters
.Factional rivalries at the top weakened many parties and acted on party and self interest not of the nation
What could the SPD not let go of?
The marxist rhetoric that had been its trademark since its foundation in the 1860s- made the SPD inflexible on certain issues and unwilling to make comprimises
Who did the spd have close links with?
They had close links with trade unions and appealed mainly industrial workers
Who did the SPD have limited appeal to
young people, women and no support among farmers, agricultural workers or the middle class
What had the centre party been set up for?
To defend the interest of the roman catholic church
Who was the centre party supported by?
Industrial workers farmers, landlords and professional groups
Why was the centre party vital to the success of weimar democracy?
No coalition government was formed without its participation. It was ever present in German politics
Who was the DDP’s appeal aimed at?
Academics and professional groups
When was the liberal DDP in decline by?
Mid 1920s
Who did the DVp provide from 1924-1929?
Gustav Stresemann
